Overview of the 2018 Lexus LC 500

Lexus is back in the midsize luxury coupe business with the 2018 Lexus LC 500. And unlike its most recent SC predecessor, the 2018 Lexus LC 500 thoroughly delivers a thrilling yet livable grand tourer.

The performance part of this high-powered luxury coupe comes from a 5.0-liter V8. It’s the same one found in the RC F, but it’s slightly more powerful and good for 471 horsepower. It’s paired with a new 10-speed automatic transmission (yes, 10) that drives the rear wheels. For comfort, Lexus fits the LC with an adjustable suspension and an utterly bewitching cabin. From the padding in the footwells to the headliner, nearly every surface is draped in high-quality leather or suede. That the new 2018 Lexus LC 500 also has jaw-dropping styling helps considerably, too.

The 2018 Lexus LC 500 is a luxury sport coupe that brilliantly marries comfort and performance. It has seating for four and is sold in a single trim (the LC 500h hybrid is reviewed separately) with a long list of standard equipment. Several packages and stand-alone options are available to bolster the LC500 with additional features.

The automatic climate control works well, and automatic seat heating and cooling are a nice touch. Basic temperature adjustments are easy, and there are voice commands for several climate functions.

What’s new for the 2018 Lexus LC 500 in 2018?

The Lexus LC 500 is all-new for 2018.

Should I Lease the 2018 Lexus LC 500?

The sultry design of the LC 500 and its hell’s-bells exhaust makes it a car you should definitely consider getting this year.